gravitate

verb

Meaning

Move toward or be attracted to a person, place, or thing.

Examples

Young artists often gravitate to cities with vibrant cultural scenes.
Most people gravitate toward comfort when they are feeling stressed.

Synonyms: lean, tend, drift, incline

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gravitate

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈɡræv.ɪ.teɪt/

Definition

Move toward or be attracted to a person, place, or thing.

Examples

Young artists often gravitate to cities with vibrant cultural scenes.
Most people gravitate toward comfort when they are feeling stressed.

How to Use gravitate

gravitate toward (prepositional phrase): To be drawn in the direction of something. — "He tends to gravitate toward people who share his interests."
gravitate to (prepositional phrase): To move or be attracted to a specific place or group. — "Many graduates gravitate to the capital for better job prospects."

Synonyms of gravitate

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